Parks & Zoos

Saint Paul tied with its twin city for best parks in the nation, and you're never far from an encounter with Minnesota's beautiful, natural landscapes.

Not only does Saint Paul have a winding strech of riverside trails and trees, but you'll also find ample parks throughout the neighborhoods. Spend a lazy afternoon in Raspberry Island Regional Park meandering down walking paths, reading on a park bench and skipping stones on the Mississippi River. Mears Park hosts plenty of free festivals and events in Lowertown throughout the summer, and winter visitors to Rice Park walk through a tree-lit winter wonderland, especially during the Saint Paul Winter Carnival.